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What is Acyclovir
AcyclovirThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryAcyclovir is a medication used to treat a variety of infections caused by the herpes virus, including herpes simplex, _Varicella zoster_, herpes zoster, herpes labialis, and acute herpetic keratitis. It was first approved by the FDA in 1982 and can be prescribed to patients as young as 6 years old. Acyclovir is the most common first-line treatment for these types of viral infections.
Zoviraxis the brand name
Acyclovir Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Zovirax
Acyclovir
1982
496
Effectiveness
How Acyclovir Affects PatientsAcyclovir is a drug that interrupts the replication of different kinds of herpes viruses. It’s very safe to use and is unlikely to cause an overdose in healthy patients.
How Acyclovir works in the bodyAcyclovir works by preventing virus cells from replicating. It does this by first being converted into a monophosphate form, then a diphosphate form, and finally a triphosphate form. The triphosphate form of acyclovir binds to the DNA of virus cells, stopping them from replicating and growing. In some cases, acyclovir is so powerful that it stops the virus' DNA polymerase enzyme from functioning, preventing the virus from replicating.
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested amount of Acyclovir is contingent upon the determined condition, including Cytomegalovirus Infections, serious Genital herpes and Herpes simplex type I reactivation. Dosage is additionally subject to the method of delivery (e.g. Cream - Topical or Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous) referenced in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Genital Herpes
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Herpes Simplex Infections
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
VZV re-activation
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Chickenpox
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Neutropenia
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Immunocompromised
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Herpes Genitalis
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Shingles
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Communicable Diseases
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Bone Marrow Transplant
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Keratitis, Herpetic
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Cytomegalovirus Infections
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
prophylaxis of VZV re-activation
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Herpes Labialis
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Genital Herpes
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Herpes Simplex
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Herpes Labialis
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Bell Palsy
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Encephalitis, Herpes Simplex
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
prophylaxis of HSV re-activation
200.0 mg, , 400.0 mg, 800.0 mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 0.03 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment, Ointment - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Buccal, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Buccal, Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Tablet - Buccal, Cutaneous, Ointment - Cutaneous, Kit, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Warnings
Acyclovir ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Acyclovir may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Acyclovir Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The excretion of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Acyclovir.
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Acyclovir is combined with Neomycin.
Procainamide
Major
The excretion of Procainamide can be decreased when combined with Acyclovir.
Tenofovir
Major
Acyclovir may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.
Tenofovir alafenamide
Major
Acyclovir may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.
Acyclovir Toxicity & Overdose RiskOverdosing on Diclofenac can cause agitation, unconsciousness, seizures, extreme tiredness, and a buildup of substances in the kidneys. These symptoms are more likely to occur in patients who are given high doses without monitoring their fluid and electrolyte levels or having reduced kidney function. If an overdose occurs, it should be treated with supportive care.
Acyclovir Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Acyclovir?
34 active clinical trials are currently being conducted to evaluate the potential of Acyclovir for preventing VZV reactivation, and in the treatment of Immunocompromised and Communicable Diseases.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Encephalitis, Herpes Simplex
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Genitalis
0 Actively Recruiting
Chickenpox
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Neutropenia
7 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3
Cytomegalovirus Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Genital Herpes
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Simplex Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
VZV re-activation
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Bone Marrow Transplant
26 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 1
Immunocompromised
4 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Keratitis, Herpetic
0 Actively Recruiting
prophylaxis of HSV re-activation
0 Actively Recruiting
Shingles
4 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1
Herpes Simplex
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Labialis
0 Actively Recruiting
Genital Herpes
0 Actively Recruiting
prophylaxis of VZV re-activation
0 Actively Recruiting
Bell Palsy
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Labialis
0 Actively Recruiting
Acyclovir Reviews: What are patients saying about Acyclovir?
5Patient Review
2/2/2019 I'm really impressed with this medication. It's stopped my cold sores from developing entirely. I would highly recommend it to others who suffer from the same problem.
5Patient Review
8/25/2019 This medication is a lifesaver for me. I get cold sores frequently, and this speeds up the healing process by days or even weeks. I travel a lot, so it's great to have on hand wherever I go.
5Patient Review
6/10/2021 I really hope that Acyclovir becomes cheaper so that more people can afford it and fight back against viruses.
5Patient Review
7/29/2021 Acyclovir has been great for me. I take it once a day and it really helps manage the symptoms of my disease.
5Patient Review
10/19/2021 I've been taking this medication daily as prescribed, and I haven't had any issues since.
Patient Q&A Section about acyclovir
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What are the side effects of taking acyclovir daily?
"Symptoms of the flu can include an upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and tiredness. In more severe cases, people may experience agitation and pain, especially in the joints. Some people also report hair loss as a symptom of the flu."
Answered by AI
What is acyclovir used to treat for?
"UK
Aciclovir is a medicine that is used to treat cold sores, chickenpox and shingles. It is available as a cream or as a tablet."
Answered by AI
Can you buy acyclovir over the counter?
"Can you buy Aciclovir without a prescription? No – a doctor or pharmacist must prescribe Aciclovir for you. However, you can consult with a healthcare professional online at The Independent Pharmacy to get Aciclovir."
Answered by AI
How long does it take for acyclovir to work?
"Effects may not be seen for up to two hours after taking acyclovir, but the drug should be taken until the course prescribed is finished. Acyclovir is most effective when started within 48 hours of the start of symptoms."
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